Is the 1994 Audi S4 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1994 Audi S4?

The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 86% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1994 Audi S4 have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

1994 Audi S4

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1994 Audi S4
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Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 7
Recalls: 2
Investigations: 1
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

1994: 7 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
1989	0
1990	0
1991	0
1992	5
1993	16
1994	7
1995	1
1996	0
2000	143
2001	87
2002	22
2003	1
2004	29
2005	43
2006	30
2007	13
2008	4
2009	0
2010	60
2011	26
2012	22
2013	33
2014	17
2015	1
2018	7
2019	2
2020	17
2021	2
2022	1

Known problem areas

Only 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Fuel system, gasoline

6 of 7 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing delivery and fuel injection system.

Show complaint excerpts

There is a severe safety problem associated with the Audi 94S4, other model year s cars and other Audi cars with the 100 body.

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-02-12

Also filed under Engine and engine cooling

While traveling smelled fuel inside vehicle. Dealer stated fuel line had a leak. Please provide further information.

NHTSA ODI report, 2000-04-17

Fuel supply line leaks.

NHTSA ODI report, 2000-03-20

Service brakes

1 of 7 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 7 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing turbo/supercharger.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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1996-04-23Electrical system96V017000 Defective ignition switches were improperly manufactured and can cause some electrical accessories to malfunction.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the ignition switch.

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1999-10-28Preliminary evaluationClosed 2000-03-31 Fuel supply line leak
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2001-03-22Fuel system, gasoline00V068000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A fuel feed line connecting the fuel filter to the engine can prematurely age and shrink through exposure to high under hood temperature caused by the…

Remedy: Dealers will replace the entire fuel feed line from the fuel filter to the engine with a fuel line of shrinkage-proof material.

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Buy-smart checklist

1994 Audi S4 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Fuel system, gasoline: 6 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 96V017000 · Electrical system
Recall 00V068000 · Fuel system, gasoline

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FAQ

Is the 1994 Audi S4 reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1994 Audi S4?: The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 86% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 Audi S4 have?: 2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.